DRAGON PHARMAMr. Veinz Stim Free Pre-Workout, Extreme Pump & Nootropic Catalyst, Maximize Pumps, Stimulant-Free Formula for Focus (40 Servings, Strawberry Candy)

The product doe look like the pictured item. The powder is pretty easy to swallow. It does take 2-3 sips to wash it down, but the flavor is pretty good so that is no issue. It does give me a decent pick me up without being over stimulated and like jittery. Overall, I do like it and would recommend trying it.

Item: "DRAGON PHARMA Mr. Veinz Stim Free Pre-Workout, Extreme Pump & Nootropic Catalyst, Maximize Pumps via Vasodilation & Cell Volumization, Stimulant-Free Formula for Focus (40 Servings, Watermelon)"~I actually got this more for the lion's mane to help with focus, though I had a secondary interest in the exercise part as well. I'm not sure whether I've noticed much of a difference for either thing, for the most part:As far as exercise, I weave in short bursts of sets throughout the day rather than having a concentrated hour or so of doing everything, which means that aspect of it is of limited usefulness for me.As far as focus, I did have a couple of times early on when I used it where I had a noticeable increase in optimism and general "feeling good about the world and my capacity to do everything I want to do", which isn't quite the same as focus, but it was definitely nice. :) I'm still not sure if it's related to this, as I haven't had it occur again since, but considering that nothing out of the ordinary happened on either of those occasions to cause that, and that I wasn't expecting it (aka, I wasn't placebo-ing myself), I'm still trying to figure out how to test it to see if there is a correlation.It's also really tasty. It's a candy-watermelon kind of flavor, and you really don't need much. It says to put a small scoop (6.4 grams) into 8-10oz of water, and the taste is still fully potent with more water than that. So it's also nice as a treat, in place of candy or soda or whatever.The only downside is that it's quite expensive ($50 currently). Even with getting 40 servings out of it by using the small scoop size, I probably can't justify getting it again for myself, sadly.It came with plastic wrapped around the outside of the lid, and a tamper seal on the inside too.The one I got in March 2023 has a "best by" date of September 2025.

Short review: light taste, no itchy beta-alanine feeling, energized without the edgeThe first thing you'll notice when you open the container is the double-ended scoop. I appreciate this addition for an easier measurement of small and large. I had one pre-workout that I added a full scoop and after my heart was racing I read the container that you should use a half scoop.There are two bags of desiccant in the container to keep the powder dry. This bottle I have is not a free-flowing powder and you can tell there's moisture in it. Imagine good snowball snow vs. cold dry snow. I don't know that it means the powder is any moister than designed, but something I noticed.This mix is very light in flavor which I appreciate. It dissolved quickly in a cold glass of water. Usually, I feel the itch from pre-workouts begins in about 5-10 minutes. I do not get that feeling. I also don't get an acute sensation of having taken some caffeine supplements. I do, however, push through my workouts like I've taken something.This pre-workout isn't cheap. I'm on the fence about the price per serving. I do like the low effects I mentioned but still feeling somehow energized. I don't know if batch consistency and moisture is an issue since I've only had this one container.Lastly, the name Mr. Veinz is amusing. I get a pump and vascularity from any workout I do so it's hard to say there's an increase for me. Vascularity is dependent on body fat, age (older skin is thinner), body part, and history of training and blood supply needed in those muscles. I wouldn't buy this for the vascularity enhancement. Don't expect many veins outside of your hands, arms, calves, and feet until you get under 10% body fat. Between there and a few points lower is where you'll get other stuff popping up in your shoulders, chest, abs, quads, etc. All with the caveat that you've developed a good vascular system/demand in those areas.

Summary: When it comes to electrolyte sports drinks, there are lots of offerings. I grew up drinking Gatorade as my sports drink of choice. Most pre-workout supplements add BCAA, and this one is no different. This one by DRAGON PHARMA (DP) is "stim free", similar to the LEGION PULSE. On the other end of the stimulant spectrum is the YETI MODE, which is HIGH STIM. Similar pre-workouts listed below for comparison.Observations: Based on similar products, most offerings are mixed with 8-16 ounces (this one does not specify). Everyone's taste is different; some products are too sweet, others too salty; it's all relative. DP has 36 products listed at time of review, most have less than 25 reviews, so overall a newer manufacturer.Pros: DRAGON PHARMA appears to specialize in health supplements; full ingredient list and supplement facts image on Amazon product page.Cons: Country of Origin not specified on Amazon page details (nor product images).Conclusion: At $50 for 20/40 servings ($2.50-1.25/serving), rating this 3-stars (cost, country of origin, new manufacturer).Related Products:Yeti Mode - MTN OPS High Stimulant Pre-Workout Powder - Sour Smash - Beta-Alanine - 300MG Caffeine - 2G Creatine - 30 Serving TubVisit the MTN OPS Store$49.95 ($3.37 / Ounce) > $1.67/servinghttps://smile.amazon.com/dp/B0BC264NNCLegion Pulse Pre Workout Supplement - All Natural Nitric Oxide ~ $403.5 out of 5 stars 3 ratingshttps://smile.amazon.com/dp/B0BG6CFD6MNatural Superfood Pre Workout Powder | 20 Servings ~ $45 ($2.25/serving)Visit the Organic Muscle Storehttps://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BG984CY6JYM Naturally Flavored Raspberry Lemonade Workout Powder ~ $44 ($2.44/serving)4.5 out of 5 stars 2 ratingshttps://www.amazon.com/dp/B09WGCYWYJ